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Treasure Time Podcast: Growing Up Happy

Feb 14, 2024

In this episode Sophia Giblin spoke with Andrew Hampton, ex-headteacher and author of the insightful book When Girls Fall Out.

We discussed:

  • The intense “Existential Imperative” girls feel for intimacy and belonging in female friendships
  • Why girls often embellish or conceal the full truth when confiding in...


Jan 31, 2024

In this compelling interview with Ingrid Skeels from Playing Out, host Sophia Giblin explores the vital issue of bringing free outdoor play back into children’s daily lives. As part of the grassroots Playing Out movement, Ingrid has witnessed firsthand the benefits street play can offer - from improved health and...


Jan 24, 2024

In this episode of the Treasure Time podcast, host Sophia is talking with Dr Rachel Taylor, a Cognitive Neuroscientist of how we can create the best environment for our children to thrive.

Relationships are the number one factor for healthy child development. Humans are wired for emotional connections and joy, even...


Dec 20, 2023

In this week's episode of the Treasure Time podcast, host Sophia is joined by parenting experts Joe Atkinson and Olga Cherrington of The Caring Instinct to have an insightful discussion about keeping the magic and wonder of Christmas alive for children.

They explore the concept of "Unconditional Santa" - treating Santa...


Dec 13, 2023

In this episode of the podcast, host Sophia discusses using play to help children deal with fears, worries, and anxiety. As a play therapist, she believes play is the natural way for children to process emotions and the world around them. The most important thing is the relationship created through play—sitting with...